Apple Inc. EV/EBITDA
Data as of June 03, 2026
EV/EBITDA
29.04
Enterprise Value
$4.65T
EBITDA (TTM)
$159.98B
Sector
Technology
How It's Calculated
29.04 = $4.65T ÷ $159.98B
What This Means
Apple Inc.'s EV/EBITDA of 29.0 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Apple Inc.
Apple Inc. (AAPL) operates in the Technology sector, specifically in Consumer Electronics. With a market capitalization of about $4.63T, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $315.20, within a 52-week range of $195.07 to $315.45 (-0.1% from the high, +61.6% from the low). Beta of 1.06 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 27.2%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Apple Inc., the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Technology. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 29.04x EV/EBITDA, Apple Inc. (AAPL) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $4.65T and EBITDA near $159.98B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the AAPL metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Within the Technology sector, EV/EBITDA levels vary with business model, growth rate, and capital structure. Apple Inc.'s current EV/EBITDA of 29.04 should be read alongside other AAPL metrics on this site and with sector norms — not in isolation. View all Technology stocks.
Key Takeaways
- AAPL is grouped in the Technology sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.06 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 27.2% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AAPL's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Apple Inc.'s ratio is about 29.04 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Technology.
Is 29.04 high or low vs peers?
EV/EBITDA norms differ in Technology; compare AAPL with closest business-model peers.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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